Preconceived: meaning, definitions and examples
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preconceived
[ priːkənˈsiːvd ]
prior belief
Preconceived refers to an idea or opinion formed before having the evidence for its truth or usefulness. It often suggests that the idea is based more on prior experiences or assumptions rather than on facts. This can lead to biases in judgment or decision-making. It is frequently used in discussions about attitudes, biases, and perspectives that are not open to change. In many fields, such as psychology and sociology, the term highlights the importance of awareness of these initial beliefs when considering new information.
Synonyms
assumed, biased, formed in advance, prejudged.
Examples of usage
- She had a preconceived notion about the project.
- His preconceived ideas hindered his understanding of the issue.
- They approached the situation with preconceived biases.
Translations
Translations of the word "preconceived" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pré-concebido
🇮🇳 पूर्वाग्रहित
🇩🇪 vorabgefasst
🇮🇩 pra-konsepsi
🇺🇦 попередньо сформований
🇵🇱 z góry ustalony
🇯🇵 先入観のある
🇫🇷 préconçu
🇪🇸 preconcebido
🇹🇷 önceden düşünülmüş
🇰🇷 선입견이 있는
🇸🇦 مسبق التصور
🇨🇿 předpojatý
🇸🇰 predpojatý
🇨🇳 先入为主的
🇸🇮 vnaprej oblikovan
🇮🇸 fyrirfram ákveðinn
🇰🇿 алдын ала ойластырылған
🇬🇪 წინასწარ განსაზღვრული
🇦🇿 əvvəlcədən müəyyənləşdirilmiş
🇲🇽 preconcebido
Etymology
The term 'preconceived' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'conceive' which comes from the Latin 'concipere', meaning 'to take in, to form', derived from 'com-' (together) and 'capere' (to seize). The use of 'preconceived' in English dates back to the early 19th century and reflects the importance of prior belief systems in shaping human perception. The compound nature of the word showcases how our understandings can be formed in advance, influencing our judgments and interpretations of new information. Through the years, it has been utilized increasingly in academic discussions, particularly in social sciences, to address issues surrounding biases in perception and thought processes.